Educational Foundation
FRSA Educational and Research Foundation 
Barbara Ferencak - barbf@floridaroof.com or ext. 123
CILB Provider #0000910
Dade County Provider #D067
The Florida Board of Architecture Provider #0000910
The Florida Roofing, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors Association's Educational and Research Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization.
Founded in 1992, the goal of the Foundation is to educate the work force, management and owners of construction businesses, as well as architects and building officials.
FRSA Endowment Program
FRSA's financial commitment to the future of the roofing industry in Florida.
Continuing Education Requirements
The State of Florida has mandated that every licensed contractor earn 14 hours of continuing education credit during a two-year license cycle. August 31 - even years is the deadline for certified contractors (CCC). August 31 - odd years is the deadline for registered contractors (RC). Six of the 14 hours are mandatory: 1.0 hour workplace safety training (WPS), 1.0 hour of workers' compensation (WC), 1.0 hour of business practice training (BSP), 1.0 of advanced code (ADV), 1.0 hour in laws & rules (L&R) and 1.0 hour in wind mitigation (WMM). Hours cannot be carried over into the next two-year cycle. Inactive license holders must also acquire continuing education credits in order to activate their license. Visit DBPR's web-page www.myfloridalicense.com for additional information. See calendar for upcoming seminars and dates.
Education Programs
Since the state-mandated continuing education licensing requirements in 1993, the Foundation has lead the way in providing state approved continuing education programs for roofing and sheet metal contractors.
The FRSA Foundation Trustees consider education to be a priority. Each year the Foundation Trustees decide which topics will be of interest to roofing and sheet metal contractors throughout the state.
Click here for seminar dates and locations
Additional courses and dates will be featured soon.
For Educational Seminars available at Convention will be posted when available. To access, click on the "Conventions & Trade Shows" on the left and select "Convention Information", scroll down for C.E. Educational Seminars Available - Tentative Schedule or click here.
Scholarship Program
Since the inception of the Foundation, FRSA has awarded over $100,000 in scholarships to deserving college students. Thanks to your support, the number of scholarships and their value have substantially increased over the years. All applications are reviewed by a scholarship committee, which is made up of Foundation Trustees. The applicant criteria is based on both academic and personal achievements with priority given to those pursuing construction-related careers. Call Barbara Ferencak for an application. All applications must be postmarked by March 26, 2010. Click here for a scholarship application.
Silent Auction
Many of the Foundation's activities - including the Scholarship Program - are funded by the proceeds generated by the Silent Auction. The auction consists of a variety of donated gifts and services, which are displayed during FRSA's Annual Convention and Trade Show. In 2009, the event raised over $22,000. Thank you to all who donated and bid.
The next Silent Auction will be held during the FRSA's 88th Annual Convention & Florida Roofing & Sheet Metal Expo, June 16-19, 2010, at the Rosen Shingle Creek & Convention Center, Orlando, FL. Participants interested in donating should contact Barbara Ferencak at 407-671-3772, Ext. 123; E-mail: barbf@floridaroof.com
Click here to download Silent Auction Form
2010 Silent Auction Donors & Items Available for Bidding
A Bartlett Roofing Inc. (if available) 2 tickets UF vs. GA football game in
Allied Building Products 2 ladder ext. systems, 2 ladder stabilizers, 1 Shingle Bully
Atlas Roofing Corp 5 roll Gorilla Guard
CertainTeed Corp 5 squares Landmark Plus
Dan’s Custom Sheet Metal Inc 1,500 ln.
Decra Roofing Systems 5 sq Decra Villa tile
Eagle Roofing Products 25 sq. of field tile standard color choices
GAF Materials Corp 2-5gal pails of Topcoat Membrane White
GAF Materials Corp & 1 cs. 1 qt. Tubes of Topcoat Flex Seal
Goss, Inc. KP-118H Air Propane Roofing Torch
Gulfeagle Supply One case of fine wine
Hartley, Ken and Loretta Set of golf clubs, bag & putter
J Register Co. Inc. 2 club seat tickets to Jaguars & parking pass
Johns Manville 1 pallet Dynalastic 180 White SBS Modified
Karnak Corp. 10 5-gal pails 19 ULTRA Rubberized Flashing Cement
Karnak Corp. 10 5-gal pails 71AF Fibered Asphalt Roof Coating
Karnak Corp. 10 5-gal pails 66AF Modified Bitumen Adhesive
Karnak Corp. 10 5-gal pails 97AF Spec Grade UL/FM Fib. Alum. Coat.
Karnak Corp. 10 5-gal pails 220AF fibered Asphalt Emulsion Coating
Karnak Corp. 10 5-gal pails 19AF Flashing Cement
Karnak Corp. 10 5-gal pails 98AF Fibered Alum. UL/FM Energy Star
Karnak Corp.
Karnak Corp.
Karnak Corp.
Karnak Corp.
Karnak Corp.
Karnak Corp.
Karnak Corp. 15 3-gal buckets 19ULTRA Rubberized Flashing
Kennedy Skylights LLC Self-flashing skylight with a 2” curb
Manson Roofing, Inc. TBD
Mark Kaufman Roofing TBD
Owens Corning Large Pink Panther
Petersen Aluminum Weber grill
Rodman Roofing TBD
Roofing Equipment of
Sievert Industries Combination roofing torch kit
Sun-Tek Skylights 10” Sun-Tek tube kit w/accessories
US Tile LLC 10.9 sq. (2 pallets) Real “S” Red
Zion Tile Corp. 5 sq of
Educational Foundation Lifetime Memberships
The Foundation depends on the generosity of the industries it represents. With your support, the Foundation will continue to offer technical seminars that improve the contractors' relationships with Building Officials and Architects, who also seek educational opportunities. Educational seminars provide a professional arena for the contractor, architect, and building officials to finally understand the "other side". This is a very important step in the right direction and the FRSA Educational Foundation is proud to be a part of this relationship improvement.
You can support the Foundation on many levels of membership contributions: Founding Members ($5,000) - this membership includes several special mentions at the convention and trade show and the Roofing Florida magazine. Free registration for continuing education programs, excludes convention. Charter Members ($1,000) - receive honorable mentions and offers 7.0 hours of continuing education registration fees during the contribution year. Patron Members ($500) - honorable mentions. Annual memberships: Platinum Membership ($250), Gold Membership ($150), Silver Membership ($100), and Membership ($50). These contributions are greatly appreciated and are recognized with a plaque or certificate.
The FRSA Foundation would like to recognize our Lifetime Members:
Founding Members: AAA Schwartz Roofing, Inc.; Southeastern Metals Manufacturing Co., Inc.; State Pride Roofing of FL, Inc.(Ken Parent); State Pride Roofing of FL, Inc. (Joseph Parent); TAMKO Building Products, Inc. and Pete Vining for their generous contributions.
Charter Members: Alvin J. Singleton, Inc.; Armstrong Roofing, Inc.; Atlantic Roof Corp., Inc.; B & F Supply Co., Inc.; Best Roofing; Bieler, Inc.; Blackton Roofing & Flooring; Bob Hilson & Company; Brad Bowen Jr.; Bradco Supply Corp.; C & S Roofing Co.; Caldwell Roofing; Champion Roofing Services, Inc.; Collis Roofing; Commercial Roofing, Inc.; East Coast Supply; EH Engelmeier Roofing & S/M Co., Inc.; Ferber Sheet Metal Works, Inc.; Gramling Enterprises, Inc. (Donnie & Nadine Gramling); Gulfstream Roofing, Inc.; JM Montgomery Roofing; JP Stevens Roofing Systems; Martin, Bruce; Master Roofing & Construction, Inc.; McEnany Roofing, Inc.; Milton E. Thompson & Sons, Inc.; Ray Roofing; RF Lusa & Sons Sheet Metal, Inc.; Roof System Services, Inc.; Roofing By Curry; RoofTech Roofing & S/M; Silvers Systems, Inc.; Southeast Wholesale Roofing Supply; Streamline Roofing & Construction, Inc.; Sunniland Corporation; and Sutter Roofing Co. of Florida.
Patron Members: Advanced, Inc. Roofing & S/M; Advanced Roofing, Inc.; Armstrong Roofing, Inc.; Atlantic Roof Corp., Inc.; B & D Roofing of Central Florida; Beldon Roofing Co.; Blank, Audrey; Bradco Supply Corp.; C & S Roofing Co.; Champion Roofing Services, Inc.; Commercial Roofing, Inc.; Dan's Custom Sheet Metal, Inc.; Danco Roofing; Division 7 Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc.; Edwards Roofing Company; EH Engelmeier Roofing & S/M Co.; Gramling Enterprises, Inc.; Gulfstates Industries; Imperial Roofing of Polk County; Jurin Roofing Services, Inc.; Karnak Corp.; Latite Roofing & S/M Co., Inc.; McEnany Roofing, Inc.; Milton E. Thompson & Sons, Inc.; National Roofing of Collier, Inc.; New South Systems, Inc.; Obenour Roofing S/M & Supply; Olen Waldrep & Sons Roofing, Inc.; Paul Bange Roofing of S. FL, Inc.; Petito Roofing, Inc.; Prattco, Inc.; Roof System Services, Inc.; Roofing Contractors Assoc. of S. Florida, Inc.; Roofman, Inc.; Ryskcon Construction, Inc.; Shewski Roofing, Inc.; Southeast Contractors of North; Southern Coast Enterprises, Inc.; Springer-Peterson Roofing S/M; State Pride Roofing of Florida, Inc.; Steppi Roofing, Inc.; Suncoast Roofers Supply, Inc.; Sutter Roofing Co. of Florida; Tim Graboski Roofing, Inc.; TNT Roofing, Inc.; and Volusia/Flagler Roofing & Sheet Metal Contractors Association (VFRSA).
Raffle
Tickets are available each year from January through the annual FRSA Convention, and the odds of winning the $5,000 prize are 1 in 150 or better!
Congratulations to previous raffle winners: 2009-Ray Frisco; 2008-Karen Rodman; 2007-Diane Swope; 2006-Ronald Pepin, 2005-Doug Tait; 2004-William Meise; 2003-WCRCA Affiliate; 2002-Terry Turner, CPRC; 2001-NEFRSA Affiliate; 2000-Bob McDonald.
| The next drawing takes place during FRSA's 88th Annual Convention Banquet, Saturday night, June 19, 2010. | |
| You do not need to be present to win. | |
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Tickets are $100 each; contact Mike Reed at FRSA 407-671-3772, Ext. 167; E-mail: reed@floridaroof.com click here for a raffle ticket order form |
FRSA English/Spanish Glossary of Roofing Terms
Break down language barriers in your office and your job site with the Educational & Research Foundation's English/Spanish Glossary of Roofing Terms - a complete reference guide of both construction and roofing terminology. For more information contact Barbara Ferencak at 407-671-3772, Ext. 123; E-mail: barbf@floridaroof.com. Click here for FRSA Publications & Items For Sale
Library of Training Modules
The Foundation maintains a library of training modules produced by NRCA that FRSA members can borrow to enhance current in-house training programs. Please contact Barbara at Ext. 123, E-mail: barbf@floridaroof.com for a current listing. There is no charge.
Endowment Program
Protecting the Industry's Legacy Through a Personal and Corporate Commitment to Long Range Financial Planning.
FRSA is proud to have received over $820,000 in donations and pledges towards the Foundation's Endowment campaign. The campaign is designed to enhance the Foundation's ability to:
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award more and larger scholarships
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increase the frequency and quality of industry-related seminars
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fund research projects on critical roofing topics
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improve the skill level of the workforce by establishing standardized training programs for employees of contracting companies
Our Goal: The Endowment Program's Board of Governors has established a target commitment of $1,000,000 in endowed assets. If you are interested in investing in the future of the roofing industry in Florida, please contact us: FRSA Endowment Program, P.O. Box 4850, Winter Park, FL 32793. Phone: 800-767-3772, Mike @ Ext. 167; E-mail: reed@floridaroof.com. You will be contacted shortly thereafter to answer any questions you may have about the Program.
Contributions made to the Foundation Endowment Campaign are tax deductible (subject to the contributor's particular tax situation).
Endowment contribution levels are: Chancellor ($100,000), Chairman ($50,000), Governor ($25,000), Commissioner ($10,000) and Delegate ($5,000).
The FRSA Foundation would like to recognize the following contributors:
Chancellor Level: FRSA Self Insurers Fund
Chairman Level: FRSA Educational Foundation Trustees; Bowen/Hilson/Turner
Governor Level: Advanced Roofing, Inc.; Bradco Supply Corp.; Charlie Raymond; District 7 Affiliates (SWFRCA/SMRSMCA); Edwards Roofing Co.; EH Engelemier Roofing & S/M; Firestone Building Products; Hartford South LLC; J. Register Co., Inc.; Mason E. Liftig Endowment; RCASF; Shewski Roofing, Inc.; State Pride Roofing of Florida, Inc.; Steve Sutter (Planned Giving); Sunniland Corp.; TAMKO Building Products, Inc.; The Sutter Family; The Cone Family; The George Pepin Family
Commissioner Level: Bill & Angela Bryans (Planned Giving); CFRSA; Frank Furman Insurance; Palm Beach County Roofing & S/M Contractors, Assoc.; PBCRSM; R & R Industries, Inc.
Delegate Level: Dimensional Roof Systems; Gulfstream Roofing; Millennium Metals, Inc.; O'Brien, Bill & Terry; Rutkoski, Joseph; Southeastern Metals/Gibraltar; Suncoast Roofers Supply; Sutter Roofing Co. of SW FL; Tampa Roofing Co., Inc.
Other Contributors: Amick Roofing, Inc.; Bryans, Bill & Angela-Julien Benjamin Memorial; The Bob Lamb Memorial-Construction Wholesale/Cant Prod. and Crowther Roofing & S/M of FL; Fentriss, Cam; FRSA Affiliate Competition-2004; Gulfeagle Supply; Marion Service Roofing & S/M; Palm Beach County Roofing & S/M Contractors Assoc. (PBCRSM).
For more information on continuing education seminars,
contact Barbara Ferencak 407-671-3772 (Ext. 123) - barbf@floridaroof.com